Blue Vanguard Jazz Club
at
Cygnet Theatre
Exeter
19:00
Blue Vanguard Jazz Club
Event Type
Genre : Music - Jazz/latin
Description
Craig Milverton, Al Swainger & "Coach" York are joined by Flautist, Clarinettist and Saxophonist Amy Roberts. Amy is a multi-award-winning musician from Cornwall.
Over the past 15 years she has been celebrated in the in the annual British Jazz Awards, winning the Rising Star Category in both 2009 and 2011, then topping the Miscellaneous category for her flute playing in 2015.
Amy has earned an enviable reputation throughout the UK and Europe as a charismatic performer, and has had the privilege to tour with some of the worlds finest musicians.
Description
The Cygnet Theatre in Exeter stands as a significant cultural asset, an educational charity dedicated to the rigorous training of actors for over four decades. Beyond its foundational role in nurturing emerging talent, it functions as a vibrant hub for both professional and community-led artistic endeavours, contributing substantially to the region's performing arts landscape.
Within its walls, the intimate 100-seat auditorium offers a distinct atmosphere. The air often carries the faint, comforting scent of aged timber and theatrical greasepaint, while the well-trodden floorboards resonate with the echoes of countless rehearsals and performances. This flexible space, originally a parish hall dating back to 1914, retains a sense of history and purpose.
Practical considerations are well-addressed, ensuring broad access for all patrons. The venue provides ramp access and facilities for wheelchair users, including accessible toilets, and welcomes guide dogs. A bar is available for refreshments, and performers benefit from dedicated dressing rooms with shower facilities and a shared kitchen.
Throughout the year, the Cygnet presents a diverse programme encompassing classical and contemporary drama, musical theatre, and new writing. It regularly hosts musical events, dance, comedy, and folk performances, alongside its own company's productions and those of visiting troupes, offering a consistent stream of engaging live experiences.
Friars Gate,
Exeter,
Devon,
England,
EX2 4AZ.
: £16.50